Biographical summary
Maja Z. Katusic, M.D., is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, with a special clinical interest in autism spectrum disorder and developmental delay.
Her clinical focus includes:
- Expertise in comprehensive medical evaluation and management of children from infancy through 18 years of age who present for a wide range of developmental or behavioral concerns, including autism spectrum disorder, developmental delay, intellectual disability, learning difficulties, ADHD, and disruptive behavior.
- Evaluating children through Mayo Clinic Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics to determine how to best serve the needs of her patients and their families.
- Utilizing a compassionate, patient and family centered approach when formulating the plan of care for your child and your family.
In addition to her clinical activities, Dr. Katusic is actively involved in research, with a special focus on investigating risk factors and outcomes in autism spectrum disorder. She is also passionate about education of medical students, residents, and her patient families about the field of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics.
Conditions treated
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2020
Fellow - Developmental-Behavioral PediatricsBaylor College of Medicine
- 2017
Resident - PediatricsMedical College of Wisconsin
- 2014
Medical School - Doctor of MedicineTulane University School of Medicine
- 2010
BS - Major: Science Pre-Professional Studies
Minor: Science Technology and ValuesUniversity of Notre Dame
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 2021
Developmental Behavioral PediatricsAmerican Board of Pediatrics
- 2017
Pediatrics (Archived)American Board of Pediatrics
Awards and honors
- 2024
Mayo Clinic Above and Beyond Recognition Mayo Clinic
- 2023
Plummer Dialogue Mayo Clinic
- 2022
Speaker of the Quarter award for the Pediatric resident noon conference series Mayo Clinic
- 2022
Minnesota Top Doctor 2022, 2023, and 2024Minnesota Monthly Magazine
- 2021
Mayo Clinic Above and Beyond RecognitionMayo Clinic
- 2019
Chief FellowBaylor College of Medicine Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics fellowship program
- 2013
Gold Humanism Society Member: Elected by peers in recognition of compassion and professionalism in patient care. Awarded to 20% of senior medical school class.Gold Humanism Honor Society
Professional memberships
- 2024 - present
MemberDepartment of Pediatrics Education Committee
- 2024 - present
MemberDepartment of Pediatrics Outpatient Committee
- 2020 - present
MemberMinnesota Medical Association and Zumbro Valley Medical Society
- 2019 - 2020
Chief FellowBaylor College of Medicine Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics fellowship program
- 2019 - present
MentorAmerican Academy of Pediatrics
- 2018 - 2019
Subspecialty Fellowship Trainee DelegateDevelopmental Behavioral Pediatrics, American Academy of Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Trainees
- 2017 - present
MemberSociety for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- 2014 - present
MemberAmerican Academy of Pediatrics
Publications